Why can’t we hate men? That was the title of a 2018 Washington Post opinion piece written by Suzanna Danuta Walters, a sociologist at Northeastern University. Written in the wake of the MeToo movement, this piece offers a scathing criticism of men. The term “toxic masculinity” is familiar to most people by now, and this is increasingly becoming the default view of masculinity. Where does the concept of toxic masculinity come from? Does Christianity make a difference? Steve sat down with Professo...
Oct 20, 2023•57 min
If you've been paying even casual attention to your news feeds you'll have seen a lot of chaos and turmoil going on in the Middle East. The recent attacks in Israel and the response in reply against Hamas could very understandably be leaving you wondering what is going on. On today's episode Wes Huff sat down with Avner Boskey, a Jewish Canadian Christian currently living and ministering in Israel, to give some background and help us understand both what is going on currently as well as how we c...
Oct 13, 2023•33 min
On this week's episode of the AC Podcast, Troy pulls in Andy and Wes to answer a series of questions Troy received via a friend. Why does God allow evil? Why hell? While these questions are not new apologetic topics it’s important to revisit them due to how frequently they’re brought up — both by Christians and non Christians alike.Tune into this week's episode to hear the AC team's responses.
Oct 06, 2023•48 min
In today's society, the pursuit of happiness and fulfillment often hinges on crafting our sexual identity. But what happens when this promise falls short? Join us as we delve into Kyla's transformative journey, challenging the contemporary narrative. Moving from a transgender identity to finding profound transformation through the gospel, her story illuminates the power of anchoring one's identity in Jesus and His church.
Sep 29, 2023•51 min
Many people struggle to understand who God is, and this struggle often leads them to resent Him and His church. When we wear the label of Christian, we represent the God we serve, and we are responsible for representing Him well. In this week's episode, Troy sits down with Melanie Beerda, one of AC's newest adjunct speakers, for a conversation about the rekindling of faith and how we must fight to not let circumstance snuff out a true passion for Christ.
Sep 22, 2023•36 min
The Apostle Paul's ministry is widely recognized for its attention and call to the organization and unity of the church. Notably we see Paul wrote his Epistle to the Colossians because of a report that they were falling into serious error. Specifically in Colossians 3:15, we are reminded that we are one "Body" which we are still welcomed into thousands of years later. On this week's episode Andy, Steve and Troy take a direct look at the passage of Colossians 3:15 and what it means to be apart of...
Sep 15, 2023•34 min
North America has entered the grips of a culture war that has intensified beyond what anyone could have imagined. The culture wars have challenged many to question Christianity and ultimately deconstruct their foundational beliefs in God and themselves. With significant numbers of people leaving the church, we all have stories of the casualties. How do we stay hopeful and compassionately help the spiritually wounded to re-construct a solid foundation of faith? Join Andy Steiger and special guest...
Sep 08, 2023•53 min
Troy, Wes, and Steve delve deep into the themes of grief, guilt, and regret, drawing parallels between the responses of Judas and Peter to their denials of Jesus. Exploring the nuanced emotions and consequences faced by these two figures they shed light on the contrasting paths they took. How do we deal with our mistakes? By examining these biblical examples of human frailty that provide a roadmap for moving beyond the shadows of our own regrets.
Sep 01, 2023•37 min
Join host Andy Steiger in a conversation with ER doctor Quentin Genuis as they explore maintaining unshakable faith amidst the chaos of the "emergency room of life." How do we keep our faith when tragedy strikes? Through personal stories, they delve into the challenges of upholding faith during medical crises and discuss the ethical depths of viewing patients as multifaceted individuals. Genuis' first-hand experiences of suffering reveal how spirituality can bolster resilience, providing a uniqu...
Aug 25, 2023•37 min
Depending on where you live, if you asked people what their religious affiliation is, you will likely hear something like, “I’m spiritual but not religious.” There is a lot to unpack in this simple statement. Why is this stance becoming more popular? What is religion, anyway? Is “spiritual but not religious” ultimately a cult of self-worship? Or is there something else going on? Andy, Steve, and Troy discuss these questions and more on this week’s edition of the AC Podcast.
Aug 18, 2023•36 min
Storytelling has the great power to shape the minds and consciences of people. That’s what makes Hollywood such an important player among our cultural institutions. Against the backdrop of an increasingly shrill culture war, Hollywood, in general, seems to be shaping people’s imaginations in a particular direction. On the other hand, there are films like "Sound of Freedom" that are going in a different direction. What are we to make of this? Join Andy, Steve, Troy, and Wes (“the Quad”) as they s...
Aug 11, 2023•51 min
As we countdown to our upcoming ACLE "In AI We Trust," Andy Steiger sits down with computer programming friend, Ryan Vandendyck. Founder and CEO of Eden Industries and City Lead for Faith Tech Vancouver Ryan offers insight and perspective as to the perils and positives of artificial intelligence.
Aug 04, 2023•38 min
Every Christian knows (or, at least, should know) that evangelism is part of a Christian way of life. Yet, the very idea of evangelism induces panic in many Christians. What’s going on here? Is there a better way forward? Andy Bannister, the director of Solas Centre for Public Christianity, has written a book with a title that many Christians can resonate with "How to Talk About Jesus Without Looking Like an Idiot." Tune in this week as Steve has a conversation with Andy on how Christians might ...
Jul 28, 2023•47 min
On this week's episode AC Host Troy Lydiate has the honour of welcoming our newest member to the AC team, Jill Roias. Jill joins Apologetics Canada with over 10 years of university ministry experience that will serve well in her role of overseeing Community Engagement.
Jul 21, 2023•31 min
Why is it easier to believe biblical stories are true than to believe they are made up? Especially when it takes more faith to believe the latter than the former? On this week's episode, Wes sits down with Author and Apologist Mike D'Virgilio to discuss these questions raised in his latest book, "Uninvented: Why the Bible Could Not Be Made Up."
Jul 14, 2023•31 min
Take a backseat as Andy and Wes drive the autobahn in Germany. On this edition of the AC Podcast, they discuss their filming in Berlin, Germany and Auschwitz, Poland. Listen in as they share what we can learn from these historical sites and how to make sure this dark history is never repeated.
Jul 07, 2023•28 min
In this episode, Troy, Andy, and Wes delve into the complex topic of Christian patriotism. Exploring briefly the dangers of Christian Nationalism, the trio examines the intersection of faith and patriotism, considering whether these two concepts can harmoniously coexist or if conflicts arise.
Jun 30, 2023•32 min
Wes and Andy were just out in Egypt working on an exciting upcoming AC project. While there a number of things stood out to them regarding the culture of Ancient Egypt that give context to many details we read about in our Bible. Did the Israelites steal circumcision from the Egyptians? Or, is that just one example of many regarding touchpoints that God used within that historical time and place to communicate a specific truth in an understandable way for the original audience? On this week's ep...
Jun 23, 2023•23 min
Into The light is a Teaching Documentary on freedom from pornography that walks through the fundamentals of change from bondage in sin to freedom in Christ. This documentary is a hope-filled, Gospel-centered resource for individuals and churches. On this week's episode Steve and Troy sit down with Into the Light's creators, Jacob Valk and John-Michael Bout to hear their personal testimonies, their heart for the church and the origins of this powerful resource.
Jun 16, 2023•46 min
On this episode, join Troy, Steve and Wes continue in part 2 as they delve into the topic of developing a healthy biblical hermeneutic. On this week's episode they get into some of the more practical ways we can grow and develop in our studying of the scripture.
Jun 09, 2023•37 min
On this episode, join Troy, Steve and Wes as they delve into the topic of developing a healthy biblical hermeneutic. Unraveling the art of interpretation, we explore the some of the fundamental elements for interpreting the bible, but also how to navigate some of the hang ups.
Jun 02, 2023•35 min
On this episode of the AC podcast, Andy Steiger sat down with friend David Drysdale to discuss David's journey out of Oneness Pentecostalism. Given that David was pastoring a Oneness church, this was not an easy decision to make. There's a lot to learn from David's encounter with the fruit of truth and what fidelity to the truth can cost you.
May 26, 2023•40 min
ChatGPT is bringing AI into the spotlight of cultural dialogue again. Some are excited about its potential, as it gives us a sandbox where we can create whatever our imaginations tell us. Others are less enthused, invoking images from dystopian sci-fi movies like The Terminator. Further, as technology develops at break-neck speed, our laws are playing catch-up. Andy, Steve, and Troy met virtually this week to discuss some of the pitfalls of AI that we should be mindful of.
May 19, 2023•35 min
It's the Mother's Day takeover Part 2! For the second time, the AC Podcast will be hosted by special guests, Jasmine Lydiate, Melissa Huff and AC's very own Nancy Steiger. Tune into this week's episode as they ladies discuss keeping the fervor of faith in motherhood!
May 12, 2023•54 min
"My humanity is not up for debate." This statement, often made by activists, comes in recognition of the serious nature of dehumanization. When we fail to see the humanity of others, we can do horrible things to one another. At the same time, this statement has many layers of ideas behind it. What is human? What is dehumanization? What is the relationship between our actions and our identity? Andy, Steve, and Wes sat down together to unpack these ideas in this week's episode of the AC Podcast....
May 04, 2023•44 min
Why did God create humans knowing they would sin and be condemned to hell?" The AC Podcast is no stranger to the tough questions, we always appreciate the emails and comments from people offering challenging podcast episode ideas. Join Andy, Steve and Troy on this week's episode as they discuss one of the questions they received surrounding God, Sin and Suffering.
Apr 28, 2023•59 min
Sin and evil are not the sort of things we can be indifferent about. When we experience evil in our lives, we immediately recognize that something has to be done about it. With the sin and evil we see in our world and in ourselves, we are right to raise the question, "What has God done about it?" Andy, Steve, and Wes sit down together to hash out the implications of sin in this week's episode of the AC Podcast.
Apr 21, 2023•52 min
Sin is something of a dirty word in our culture. In the minds of many, it perhaps conjures up images of Bible-thumping Christians harassing young people for holding hands. But what exactly is sin? There is richness to this biblical concept that comes in many layers. In this two-part series on sin, Andy, Steve, and Wes sat down to discuss the layers and how they connect to other biblical concepts.
Apr 14, 2023•51 min
The Holy Week leading up to Easter naturally has Christians reflecting on the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. There will be many o' sermon, conversations and messages directing believers and non-believers alike to magnify what the Lord has done and is still doing for us, while we were yet sinners. On this week's episode Andy, Troy and Wes wanted to dive deeper in to the conversation about what the Resurrection teaches us about Heaven. From all of us at AC, Happy Easter!
Apr 07, 2023•48 min
Homelessness is unfortunately all too common. We, however, may not see just how prevalent it is around us, especially among the youth. Their homelessness is sometimes hidden behind their dirty clothes that we too easily chuck up to laziness. One man who comes from a broken home saw the need and responded. Listen to Andy's interview with Les Talvio, the founder and Executive Director of Cyrus Centre, to hear about how his own upbringing in a broken home opened his eyes to the needs of the homeles...
Mar 31, 2023•1 hr 5 min
